Tragedy struck an Aurora park on Sunday evening when two men were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide, according to local authorities. 9News reported that the Aurora Police Department had been called to Generals Park, near the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street, just before 5:30 p.m. where a 31-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene while a 63-year-old man was transported to the hospital, where he subsequently died.
The investigation is focusing on the scenario where one man shot the other before turning the gun on himself, although officials have not confirmed which of the men was the shooter. The Denver Post stated that the identities of both men will be released by the Adams County Coroner's Office once familial notification has been made. An unfortunate cloud hangs over the community as they grapple with the sudden violence that disrupts the otherwise peaceful park.
Adding to the complexity of the case is the presence of a woman who was involved in an initially reported domestic violence incident and is now hospitalized with unknown injuries. According to the Aurora Police Department, she was not involved in the shooting. Details regarding her connection to the deceased men and the circumstances of her injuries remain scarce at this time. Denver7 notes that the Aurora Police Department urges anyone with information to come forward and contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867), where callers can remain anonymous and could be in the running for a reward of up to $2,000.
